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Book Review: Stories from Trailblazing Women Lawyers by Jill Norgren By Maura Ashe Women and the Law, October 2024 A review of a book that was born from the ABA's Commission on Women in the Profession's oral history project. 
Chair’s Column By Deanna Hoyt Women and the Law, October 2024 A note from the chair.
Getting to Know: An Interview with Justice Debra B. Walker By Akanksha Balekai Women and the Law, October 2024 An interview with Justice Debra Walker conducted by her summer extern. 
A Note from Past Chair: Erin M. Wilson By Erin M. Wilson Women and the Law, October 2024 A farewell from the former chair.
Safeguarding Your Future By Athena Clark Women and the Law, October 2024 This article explores where these legal fields converge, offering insights for anyone looking to protect their assets and loved ones.
Making a Difference for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence By Paloma Holloman Diversity Leadership Council, June 2024 Ascend Justice is an advocacy organization that empowers individuals and families impacted by gender-based violence or the child welfare system.
Holding the Elevator By Judge Chloé G. Pedersen Women and the Law, May 2024 As the legitimacy and relevance of the U.S. Supreme Court is readily questioned, it is important for us as members of the legal profession to make clear our unwavering support for the rule of law and make clear our duty to uphold the U.S. Constitution.
Making a Difference for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence By Paloma Holloman Human and Civil Rights, May 2024 Ascend Justice is an advocacy organization that empowers individuals and families impacted by gender-based violence or the child welfare system.
Making a Difference for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence By Paloma Holloman Women and the Law, March 2024 Ascend Justice is an advocacy organization that empowers individuals and families impacted by gender-based violence or the child welfare system.
Spotlight on Judy Conway By Jessica Durkin Women and the Law, March 2024 A spotlight on Judy Conway, a member of the Standing Committee on Women and the Law.
Can You Hear Me? Communication Tips—Hearing Impaired Clients By Lisa Knauf Elder Law, July 2023 Tips to improve communication with clients that are hearing impaired.
Can You Hear Me? Communication Tips—Hearing Impaired Clients By Lisa Knauf Trusts and Estates, July 2023 Tips to improve communication with clients that are hearing impaired.
Can You Hear Me? Communication Tips—Hearing Impaired Clients By Lisa Knauf Diversity Leadership Council, June 2023 Tips to improve communication with clients that are hearing impaired.
Catharine Waugh McCulloch: Lawyer, Suffragist, and Activist By Eun K. Yoon Diversity Leadership Council, June 2023 A short biographical profile of Catharine Waugh McCulloch.
Family Leave and Civility By Paloma Holloman Diversity Leadership Council, June 2023 A call to extend civility and professionalism beyond the courtroom and office.
Impacts of Roe v. Wade Overturn By Tessa Richards & Erin Wilson Diversity Leadership Council, June 2023 A look at the impact of the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade.
Interview With Justice Rita B. Garman: Blazing a Trail for Women in Law By Jennifer Bunker Skerston Diversity Leadership Council, June 2023 The Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism recently shared a 20-minute video on its website as part of its “Profiles in Professionalism Series” honoring Justice Rita B. Garman (ret.).
Violette Neatly Anderson: The First African American Admitted to Practice Before the U.S. Supreme Court By Ashly McCants Giddens Diversity Leadership Council, June 2023 A look at the life and career of Violette Neatly Anderson, who made history by being the first black woman to be admitted to practice law in front of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Family Leave and Civility By Paloma Holloman Women and the Law, April 2023 A call to extend civility and professionalism beyond the courtroom and office.
Good News Column Women and the Law, April 2023 Uplifting updates from various members of the Standing Committee on Women & the Law.
Violette Neatly Anderson: The First African American Admitted to Practice Before the U.S. Supreme Court By Ashly McCants Giddens Racial and Ethnic Minorities and the Law, April 2023 A look at the life and career of Violette Neatly Anderson, who made history by being the first black woman to be admitted to practice law in front of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Can You Hear Me? Communication Tips—Hearing Impaired Clients By Lisa Knauf Women and the Law, February 2023 Tips to improve communication with clients that are hearing impaired.
Violette Neatly Anderson: The First African American Admitted to Practice Before the Supreme Court By Ashly McCants Giddens Women and the Law, February 2023 A look at the life and career of Violette Neatly Anderson, who made history by being the first black woman to be admitted to practice law in front of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Catharine Waugh McCulloch: Lawyer, Suffragist, and Activist By Eun K. Yoon Women and the Law, November 2022 A short biographical profile of Catharine Waugh McCulloch.
Domestic Violence Awareness: How Can We Help? By Paloma Holloman Women and the Law, November 2022 We have the resources to help survivors of domestic violence navigate the legal system, but it all begins with eliminating assumptions, having empathy to better understand their circumstances, and offering support.
Impacts of Roe v. Wade Overturn By Tessa Richards & Erin Wilson Women and the Law, September 2022 A look at the impact of the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade.
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Interview With Justice Rita B. Garman: Blazing a Trail for Women in Law By Jennifer Bunker Skerston Women and the Law, September 2022 The Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism recently shared a 20-minute video on its website as part of its “Profiles in Professionalism Series” honoring Justice Rita B. Garman (ret.).
Free the Girls Campaign By Jennifer Luczkowiak Women and the Law, May 2022 As the bar year comes to a close, the ISBA Women and the Law Committee is proud to report on a successful 2022 service project benefiting Free the Girls, an organization dedicated to empowering women who have been the victim of sex trafficking.
Getting to Know the Kane County Bar Association’s First Female President: A Conversation With Susan Tatnall By Mary F. Petruchius Women and the Law, May 2022 An interview with Susan Tatnall, Kane County Bar Association's first female president.
An Interview With Representative Terra Costa Howard By Missy Greathouse Women and the Law, May 2022 An interview with Representative Terra Costa Howard to learn about her journey into politics.

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